How Hirakawa performed on his surprise F1 debut in Mexico

On a sunny Saturday morning in Mexico City, Ryo Hirakawa was about to go for his morning run - but instead, received a call-up to replace Esteban Ocon for the rest of the weekend.

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Haas drops Ocon for rest of 2026 F1 season

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Hirakawa assesses 'dream' F1 debut in Mexico City

Having reached the chequered flag in P13, Ryo Hirakawa was promoted into the points on his debut in the Mexico City Grand Prix. Ryo Hirakawa's Formula 1 debut "was my dream" after the Japanese driver finished the Mexico City Grand Prix, eventually being promoted into the points.